Uthman Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Arabic
Gender Distribution:
100% Masculine / 0% Feminine
Meaning:
Uthman means 'baby bustard' in Arabic and holds historical and religious significance in Arab and Muslim cultures.
Meaning of the Name Uthman
Uthman is an Arabic name that means 'baby bustard', which is a type of bird. It is derived from the Arabic word 'athama', which means 'to break', symbolizing the breaking of silence and the arrival of a child. Uthman is a significant name in Islamic history, as it was the name of the third caliph of the Rashidun Caliphate. It is a name of historical and religious significance in Arab and Muslim cultures.
Popularity of the Name Uthman
The popularity for the name Uthman peaked in popularity in the year 2022 with 25 births, which ranked number 9,302 out of 29,174 unique names for that year. Uthman had the most male births in 2022 with 25, which ranked number 4,160 out of 14,255 male names. The number of births for the name Uthman has increased sharply over the last ten years from 7 births to 25 births, an increase of 257.14%. Among males, Uthman has increased sharply in popularity over the last ten years from 7 births to 25 births, an increase of 257.14%.
Nationwide Popularity of Uthman
- 20 Year Trend of Uthman: 108.33%
- 10 Year Trend of Uthman: 257.14%
- 10 Year Male Trend of Uthman: 257.14%
Popularity of Uthman by State
For males, Uthman was most popular in Western states with 6 births in the region. It was most commonly seen in CA, with 6 male births. See below for a full state by state breakdown of the name Uthman. States with less than five births recorded will not be shown.
| State | Male Births | Male Gender Rank | Female Births | Female Gender Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 | 2220 | < 5 | N/A |
2024 Popularity Projections for Uthman
- Total Births of Uthman: 28 (13.58%)
- Male Births of Uthman: 28 (13.58%)
Given the upward trend of Uthman over the last 10 years, we expect this to continue in 2024 with roughly a 13.58% increase in total births, for a total of 28 births in 2024. Male births for Uthman have been increasing over the past decade, so we anticipate roughly 28 male births in 2024, an increase of 13.58%.